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Can the APEC Card be Used as a Visa Substitute in Thailand?
Can an APEC card be used as a visa substitute in Thailand??
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The APEC card can be used for short-term business meetings in Thailand, allowing for a maximum stay of 90 days. However, it is not a substitute for a Non-Immigrant B visa or work permit. Current travel restrictions due to border closures could affect its use. Once flights resume, it remains unclear what the specific entry requirements will be.
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Robert *******
NO, an Apec card is a total different thing than a Non Immigrant B visa and a Work Permit used to work inside Thailand.
Claudio *************
I have same question cause now I’m in Thailand with visa extension, but when Int flight resume I would like to go in hk for a week, than after I can came in Thailand with APEC card or not?
Benjamin ******
We don't know what the requirements will be to return to Thailand after flights resume
Claudio *************
Thanks we have to wait and be patient 🤗
Jeno *******
OPI have a friend that is here in Phuket on a Non B visa that will expire July 22....can he revert to his APEK card once his non B expires?
Benjamin ******
@Jeno ******
after the non-b expires, he can stay no later then July 31 on the automatic amnesty
Sam *****
Not without re-entering using the card.
Jeno *******
OP@Sam ****
is that possible??Benjamin ******
@Jeno ******
as of right now, noBenjamin ******
I'm going to say the question is moot because the borders to enter Thailand are closed.
Robert *******
Apec card is for short time business meetings, it will give you a maximum stay of 90 days.
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